CARE GUIDE

As a good practice, avoid bringing dirt, sand, grit and substances such as oil or asphalt indoors by placing non-rubber backed carpets and doormats at all entrances. Using rubber-backed mats as long-lasting contact with the rubber can cause permanent stains in the floor surface.

Avoid cigarettes, matches or other very hot items to get in contact with the floor as this may cause permanent damage.

Try to not drag or slide heavy objects across the floor. When moving appliances or heavy furniture it is always wise to lay cloths, towels, plywood panel, or similar, on your floor and “walk” the item across it. This protects your floor from scuffing, gouging, cracks and tears.

Always apply appropriate protection to the legs of the furniture. Avoid using colored floor protectors.

Apply freely rotating, non-rubber wheels to chairs with castors and/or use protective matting.

Please bear in mind that pets with sharp nails can leave scratches on the floor.

Never use a steam mop or wet-mop as standing water may cause permanent damage and the heat from the steam mop may dull the finish. The moisture

from the dampened mop should evaporate off the floor quickly

Although Deco ProductsTM Vinyl Plank Flooring is waterproof, it is still a best practice to avoid excess moisture on the floor. Therefore, we recommend

soaking up spills immediately using a dry towel or dry mop.

To clean up dried glue we recommend using either Bostik Ultimate Adhesive

Remover or Titebond Adhesive Remover cleaning wipes.

We recommend as Cleaning Product for all our floors: Deco ProductsTM

REVIVER Multi-Surface Floor Cleaner.

Vacuum or sweep the floor with a broom or dust mop on a regular basis or as

needed to remove dirt, sand, or grit to protect it from scratches. Be careful of

other debris such as small rocks and pebbles being drug across the floor.

Do not use vacuums that use a beater bar or turn beater bar off; brush or felt

vacuum heads are recommended as opposed to hard heads.

To prevent indentations and scratches periodically check the felt tips for wear

or buildup of grit/debris and replace as needed.

Area rugs are also recommended in front of kitchen sinks and in high traffic

areas. Rugs must be made of a breathable material to prevent moisture entrapment. We recommend using a breathable rug underlay; mesh or grid patterns are best.

Abrasive or harsh chemicals should not be used to clean the floor. Never use any of the following products on the floor: mineral spirits, paint thinner, acetone, ammonia-based cleaners, acrylic finishes, wax-based products, detergents, bleach, polishes, oil soap, abrasive cleaning soaps, or acidic materials such as vinegar. Never apply wax treatments to the floor.

For light surface scratches, use WearMax Scratch Concealer. If the scratch has penetrated the vinyl wear layer and the decorative film layer is exposed, plank replacement is recommended.

Limit direct sunlight on the floor by using curtains and blinds in areas that are exposed to high UV rays.